How to watch traffic on Xiaomi Redmi 3: all the ways from standard to hidden

Xiaomi Redmi 3 is still popular with users, despite the release of newer models. One of the common problems owners have is the uncontrolled consumption of Internet traffic, which leads to unexpected charges or slowdowns. In this article, you will find 5 proven ways to track the consumption of mobile data and Wi-Fi on your device, including little-known features of MIUI.

Feature of Redmi 3 — firmware MIUI 7/8/9 (Depending on the version, where the traffic display interface is different from standard Android, we will examine not only the basic settings, but also the hidden diagnostic tools that will help identify "voracious" applications — FAQ Answering typical traffic saving questions.

1. Standard method: MIUI settings

The most obvious method is to use built-in firmware traffic monitoring, which works consistently on Redmi 3 but has limitations: for example, it doesn’t always correctly take into account the background consumption of some applications.

To open up the statistics:

1. Go to Settings → Data Transfer → Traffic.
2. At the top of the screen you will see the consumption chart for the current month.
3. Scroll down to see the details of the applications.

Note that this shows only mobile traffic. For Wi-Fi, you need to go to a separate menu — Settings → Wi-Fi → Additional → Wi-Fi statistics. Unfortunately, in MIUI 7/8, this data is often reset after rebooting.

2. Hidden function: engineering menu

Few people know, but the Xiaomi Redmi 3 has an engineering menu where you can see advanced network statistics, which is suitable for advanced users, as it requires accuracy.

Instructions:

1. Open the Phone app.
2. Enter the combination: ##4636###.
3. Select the item Usage Statistics.
4. Go to the Wi-Fi tab or Mobile Network.

This shows the exact data of the received/transmitted packets, but the interface is not adapted for ordinary users, for example, the numbers are in bytes, not megabytes.

1 MB = 1,048,576 bytes

Third-party monitoring applications

If the built-in MIUI tools don't suit you, install customized utilities that offer flexible settings, limit notifications, and app-specific detailing.

Top.-3 supplant 3:

• 📊 My Data Manager – Simple interface, widget support, 30 days story.
• 🛡️ GlassWire – real-time traffic visualization, blocking background connections.
• 📈 Internet Speed Meter – displays speed in the notification panel, minimalist design.

Important: Check the app's permissions before installing. Some utilities (like 3G Watchdog) require access to the Android Accessibility Service, which can affect Redmi 3's performance.

Download APK only from official sources (Google Play, APKMirror)

Check the reviews for compatibility with MIUI 7/8

Disable built-in traffic monitoring in settings

Create a Recovery Point (in case of conflict)-->

4. Verification through USSD-operator

If you need to know the rest of the traffic on the tariff, the easiest way to use it is to use it. USSD-This method works independently of the smartphone settings and shows data directly from the operator.

Teams for popular operators (Russia/CIS):

⚠️ Attention: USSD-Requests can be charged (usually 0-3 rubles per request), check the conditions with your operator, and note that the data of the operator and the data of the smartphone can diverge by 5-15% due to the technical features of the accounting.

5. Computer-assisted analysis (ADB)

For the most meticulous users, there is a way to get full traffic statistics through ADB (Android Debug Bridge), which is relevant if you suspect that some app is “merging” data in the background.

Instructions:

1. Install ADB Tools on your PC.
2. Turn on USB Debugging on Redmi 3 (Settings → About Phone → MIUI version – press 7 times, then go back to Additional → For Developers).
3. Connect your smartphone to your PC and execute the command: adb shell cat /proc/net/xt_qtaguid/stats

In the output, you'll see the application UID and the amount of data transferred. To decrypt the UID, use the command:

adb shell dumpsys package | grep "userId="

This method requires technical knowledge, but it provides the most accurate data, including system processes.

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If ADB doesn’t recognize the device, try updating drivers via Mi PC Suite or manually installing the Android Composite ADB Interface driver.

Comparison of methods: which one to choose?

Each method has its pros and cons. Below is a comparison table that will help you determine:

⚠️ Note: If you notice that traffic is being consumed even when your smartphone is on standby, check it out:

• 🔄 Auto-Update Apps (turn off Google Play).
• 📤 Background data transmission (Settings) → Battery → Energy saving regime).
• 🕵️ Suspicious applications (e.g., with permissions to send) SMS).

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The most reliable way is to combine the data of the smartphone and the operator, for example, use My Data Manager to monitor the data. + weekly USSD-request.

FAQ: Frequent questions about traffic on Xiaomi Redmi 3